[yamaha021986]

Don't judge by the screen name that's all I've owned and just switched to Honda.
So I've got a 2016 rancher 420. Only upgrade as of now is a big gun evoU full exhaust.(sounds great) I am now looking for tires as the stock tires are to bubbly and not enough grip for where I ride. I am keeping the stock wheels on it. Question is what type of tires seem to be the best for aggressive technical trails rocks/logs with a more than fair amount of mud/water holes? I don't submerge my bike bet the holes do get fairly deep. Trails are moderate speed about 10-15 but when trails open up I push the bike to its limits. So I'm looking for something that can handle what I do. I'd prefer 8ply but can only find 6ply for the most part in what I like. Next question is what type of tuner are you running? I don't have one yet but want to get one. I'm trying to get the most amount of power out of my bike as possible without doing any engine mods. As that will be this winter when I install the 500cc big bore kit. 3rd and final question is for shocks. I want to run gas shocks to get a little slightly softer ride and so the tires can keep in contact with the ground for the most part when I'm traversing over uneven terrain and I can't seem to find any that would work. Do ya'll just switch the springs for a different type or have you done a complete shock swap? I want to do fox shocks.

 

[SamUK]

Are the rear wheels 12” the same as the fronts on your Rancher? I know some were 11” in the rear and 12” in the front, that’s one thing address before tyre choice. Foreman 500 tears will fit your rancher providing the wheels are off SRA and your rancher is SRA. Likewise if yours is IRS.

I always rated the bearclaws, a very good all round tyre. Have a look, see what you think. I know other guys here like mudbugs and zillas, and then you can go all out and go for Outlaws, Mayhem’s or Mambas. Take a look at those I mentioned, see what you think suits your riding style the most.

As for size, I along with many others don’t advise going above 26” due to power loss and not being able to spin the tyres if your stuck in the mud, you just bog down if any bigger. Stock width or an inch or so wider would be fine, some prefer the same width all round, personal choice really.

 

[mrbb]

well I almost think you bought the wrong atv here
that exhaust is NOT going to do anything but waste your money and make noise!
adding the 50 cc big bore kit again, more wasted money, the SLIGHT amount of HP gains is NOT worth the $$ to get them
Honda 4x4 ATV's just are never going to be large HP machines, or FAST trail atv';s
there more utility than sport, its just the honest way it is
as for shocks, if you WISH to BUY good shocks, you can, Elka's are out there and they ain't cheap, never known anyone that bought them that wasn't happy with them, but the cost again?? better atv's out there that will give you better ride and more HP and NOT cost you as much to TRY and make the honda get to the same level,there at

and yes any tire over 26, ALL the more so you wanting to be a faster trail rider, your only going to LOOSE power and NOT be very happy and then , don't forget them larger tires get heavier and them shocks NOW are already struggling on lighter stock tires?


as for GOOD tires, Pitbulls, maybe rack at the top of the list here IMO

but honestly, and I know this isn;t what you want to hear
sell the rancher and BUY a better sportier ATV, its money better spent
and I am a HONDA guy!

 

[alloutdoors]

I concur with mrbb and have owned Honda ATC/ATVs forever. IMO, Honda builds outstanding products and the utility quad is no different. If you are trying to convert that utility quad into trail ripping sport unit, then you will spend a fortune and not be satisfied with the performance. For the Rancher, I these as major limitations including and not limited to small horsepower, mono-shock on the rear, and no locker on the front. If I were to start trail riding far more than "utility use" then I would be looking at various options in the 700cc range for that purpose with independent suspension, front locker, and ability to handle a size increase in tires with no problem running up/down a hill. Also, I would be looking for a unit with an engine braking system, because going down a hill without burning up the brakes is a good thing.

 

[JohnnySolo]

Welcome to the forums. We'll just assume that's the name of your favorite football play. Lol